HR Business Partner - Engineering (Hybrid)

globalhr; East Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 132,000 - 252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) match

Flexible schedules

Employee Scholar Program

Job summary

RTX is seeking an HR Business Partner - Engineering at our East Hartford, CT facility for a hybrid role. You will partner with senior leaders to drive talent strategy, support major organizational initiatives, and build capability across engineering teams. Travel up to 25% may be required to support business needs.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in HR with 10+ years of progressive HR experience or an Advanced Degree with 7+ years, and must be a U.S. citizen to access contract information.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 10+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Advanced degree preferred with 7+ years of HR progression.
• U.S. citizenship is required to access program information.

Responsibilities

• Drive the talent agenda with senior leaders to align people strategies.
• Manage change initiatives and drive organizational effectiveness.
• Build organizational capability and optimize workforce planning.
• Support leaders in shaping high-performing teams and culture.

Skills

Strategic HR partner

People leadership

Stakeholder management

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's in HR

Advanced degree in HR

Job description

Date Posted:

2026-09-11

Country:

United States of America

Location:

US-CT-EAST HARTFORD-ETC ~ 400 Main St ~ BLDG ETC

Position Role Type:

Hybrid

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements:

U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Security Clearance Type:

None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status:

Not Required

RTX, the world largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world’s most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Pratt & Whitney is a world leader in the design, manufacture and service of aircraft engines and auxiliary power systems and has been revolutionizing modern flight for over 100 years. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

Pratt & Whitney has an exciting hybrid work opportunity for an HR Business Partner - Engineering opportunity available at our East Hartford, CT facility!

What You Will Do:

The HR Business Partner - Engineering is a strategic individual contributor who provides human resources leadership to key business initiatives. This role is responsible for supporting senior leaders to drive the talent agenda, build organizational capability and manage large change and org initiatives to ensure high-performing teams.

Up to 25% travel may be required to support business needs.

Key responsibilities include:

Drive the talent agenda

• Provide guidance & support to leaders in aligning & executing people strategies with business objectives.
• Integrate RTX values into business & people processes to build & sustain a culture that develops talent & fosters employee engagement.

Manage change and initiatives

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop & execute projects across the organization that support organizational effectiveness, employee experience & successful adoption of change initiatives.
• Support managers in analyzing team structures & role responsibilities to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Provide recommendations on reporting lines, spans of control & job leveling for smaller organizational changes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to implement workforce planning initiatives & talent mobility programs.

Build organizational capability

• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the business environment to proactively address challenges & opportunities.
• Operationalize strategies to meet current and future workforce needs in alignment with organizational priorities.
• Offer strategic insights & actionable recommendations to enhance leadership capabilities & team performance.

Support high-performing teams

• Serve as a trusted advisor and ambassador for business leadership & employees.
• Provide coaching, mentorship & facilitation to cultivate high-performing teams, capable of navigating challenges & change.
• Ability to influence & guide decision making within the function.
• Provide HR counsel & expertise to optimize business process & performance.
• Support leaders in building effective teams by facilitating team dynamics workshops, conflict resolution & collaboration practices.
• Activate and embed employee experience practices that enable leaders to build effective organizations aligned to business strategy.
• Offer guidance, support, recognition, and foster a positive work environment that enhances job satisfaction, productivity and overall organizational success.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Bachelor's Degree and 10+ years of progressive HR experience, OR an Advanced Degree and 7+ years of progressive HR experience.
• U.S. Citizen - U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience as a strategic HR business partner in a manufacturing, aerospace, or defense environment.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and influence leaders to elevate their impact.
• Proven track record of driving HR priorities that align with business strategy.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in a complex, matrixed organization.

The salary range for this role is 132,400 USD - 251,600 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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